Hyundai i40 Facelift – new 7-speed DCT introduced

Along with the new i20 Coupe and refreshed i30 range, Hyundai has also revealed the facelifted i40 Sedan and Tourer, which was spied testing in June. The i40 made its debut in 2011 as a flagship for Hyundai’s European range, and has achieved sales of 100,000 units. This facelift introduces new powertrains, improvements in ride and handling and new tech.

The i40 facelift is available with an enhanced engine line-up of two Euro 6-compliant 1.7 litre turbodiesel engines making 115 PS/280 Nm and 141 PS/340 Nm. Both ‘U-II’ oil burners have been re-engineered for better response and efficiency.

A new seven-speed dual-clutch transmission is available for the higher powered 1.7 CRDi (the 115 PS variant is six-speed manual only). It provides improved fuel efficiency, and manual gear changes through paddles on the steering wheel. Tech included are Integrated Stop & Go (engine stop-start), alternator management system, and active front flaps to further reduce emissions and fuel consumption.

Hyundai says that the new i40 corners better and is more agile, thanks to the available Advanced Traction Cornering Control. ATCC uses electronic sensors to emulate the behaviour of a limited-slip differential during cornering for better grip.

In addition, a new Rear Electronic Damping Control System (ECS) is fitted to the rear axle of the Tourer, the more popular body style. Selecting this in Drive Mode will also influence the car’s steering, and in automatic cars, the transmission logic and throttle response.

Tech wise, the i40 is now available with Smart High Beam from the Genesis, and a Speed Limit Identification Function system that checks roadside signs and displays a current speed limit alert to the driver. This is a first for Hyundai. Also in is the company’s latest navigation system with enhanced touch-screen functionality and updated visuals.

Exterior enhancements include a new design for both front and rear lamp clusters, a new hexagonal grille with horizontal slats, a new front bumper and LED fog lamps. New design 16- and 18-inch alloys complete the smart-looking package.

Danny Tan loves driving as much as he loves a certain herbal meat soup, and sweet engine music as much as drum beats. He has been in the auto industry since 2006, previously filling the pages of two motoring magazines before joining this website. Enjoys detailing the experience more than the technical details.

Agreed. Sam Lorr paid RM160k for Camry and his friend paid RM130k for Sonata. After 5 years, Sam Lorr is so happy that his Cambry sold at RM100k while his friend sold the Elantra at RM70k only. Sam Lorr is not aware that he had paid the the dif of RM30k since day 1.

The i40 looks even nicer now, it is a good car no doubt, though the 2.0GDi is not enough, it needs a turbo diesel, cause it is pretty heavy and really needs more torque to get going. Also, its a pity we don’t get the Euro market satnav (we get some locally made rubbish) and the leather used in ours are cheap feeling, a disappointment considering the space and design is good.

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